The great advance and development of technology has allowed different areas around the world to benefit from this to create the best machines and systems, with high-end and latest generation products. One of the most benefited fields has been the military , where a large number of weapons, autonomous systems or different vehicles have been developed. On this occasion, a new GPS system has been developed that can be of vital importance in a war.
One of the world’s leading military suppliers, BAE Systems, has created the world’s smallest, lightest and most energy efficient military GPS. Called MICROGRAMTM-M, it is about the size of a postcard. This innovative system can be installed both in small aircraft such as drones as well as in other portable devices. In addition, it is resistant to interference and hacking attempts.
A GPS with many functions
GPS has usually been used for the same in recent decades, but little by little it has become a widely used technology in the military field. Not only does it serve as an assist mechanism to guide ground vehicles, airplanes or ships, but it also helps to target missiles or projectiles of different types. In turn, it can mark the location of enemy troops, among other things.
However, as GPS is increasingly being used in wars, different countries have also created different technologies and systems that allow them to interfere with or manipulate the operation of GPS.
For security reasons , not many details have been revealed about this new military GPS, although some general information is known.
Very small and hardly consumes energy
It uses a pseudo-random noise code that is transmitted at 5.115 MHz, although the length of this code is unknown.
While in operation, the signal is transmitted in a high-power spot beam from a GPS satellite, allowing it to pass through general interference signals. These signals are encrypted and identified in such a way that the receiver can detect false signals and reject them.
Specifically, the GPS has dimensions of 2.5 centimeters long, 3.1 centimeters wide and 0.698 high. It is designed to be interchangeable with its predecessor on GPS-equipped devices, but features fast secure signal acquisition and an improved security system, along with resistance and anti-interference capabilities. It also consumes very little energy.
This new GPS system is expected to begin mass production from next year.